Many pervasive myths and misconceptions surround food and cuisine. Here are a collection of the most fun and intriguing food facts that I have collected over the years, many of which dispel common fallacies, challenge assumptions about the foods we eat, and shed light on what’s really on your plate. Herbs and Spices Paprika is merely dried and ground red bell or other sweet pepper. In Hungary, spicier varieties can be found. Sichuan peppercorns are not spicy, contain no capsaicin, and are not related to black pepper or chili peppers, rather they are in the same family as citrus and…